Analyst, Cybersecurity (SIEM & DLP)

Cybersecurity Analyst (SIEM & DLP)

Are you passionate about detection analysis and response to cyber threats?  Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment that will rely on your ability to distinguish between false alarms and potential threats?

As a Cybersecurity Analyst, you will leverage your experience with a variety of monitoring and analysis tools to provide crucial situational awareness to our network and systems. You will work closely with members of your team to identify and escalate potential threats to key NLG stakeholders.

Not only will this role provide access to cutting-edge detection tools and technologies, but you will also be empowered to make a real impact on security operations.  You can expect your feedback will be implemented in the tuning and development of our program.

Join us and be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of security operations at National Life Group!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support, handle, and respond to DLP incidents and alerts.
• Monitor, discover and analyze potential threats elevated by a variety of technology tools (such as EDR, NSM, SIEM).
• Triage incidents according to risk and potential impact. Escalate when appropriate.
• Analyze root causes for true and false positive alerts.
• Create and review reports and dashboards which aggregate audit and analysis tasks.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging threats and recommend appropriate solutions to mitigate risk.
• Communicate feedback to be used in the continuous improvement lifecycle of our detection technologies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of information security experience relating to continuous security monitoring and/or incident response.
• Expertise in configuration and response for DLP systems (Cloud, Email, Network, and/or Endpoint).
• Proven experience with SIEM and related technologies, native OS and cloud logging, EDR, and incident management systems.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex security events, logs, and network traffic to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and potential threats.
• Exemplary analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of Windows and Linux operating systems, networking principles, and cloud technologies.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• While not mandatory, candidates who additionally possess the following would be highly desirable:
• Relevant industry certifications such as GSEC, SSCP, GCIH, GMON, GCED, CySA , CASP
• Expertise in scripting or automation using tools such as PowerShell, Python and/or Bash.

The base compensation range represents the low and high end of the range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and experience. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees.

Other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position.  National Life offers a competitive total rewards package which includes: a 401(k) retirement plan match; medical, dental, and vision insurance; a company funded wellness account for director and below employees; 10 paid holidays; a generous paid time off plan (22 days of combined time-off for non-exempt employees and exempt employees have discretion in managing their time, including scheduling time off in the normal course of business, but in no event will exempt employees receive less sick time than required by state or local law); 6 weeks of paid parental leave; and 6 weeks of paid family leave after a year of full-time employment.

National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled.   

National Life Group® is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT – founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX – chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group.

National Life Group

1 National Life Dr

Montpelier, VT 05604

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